SOLUTION: It takes 15 days for 2 men to repair the house.How many men are needed to complete the job in 6 days?

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Question 989430: It takes 15 days for 2 men to repair the house.How many men are needed to complete the job in 6 days?
Answer by thesvw(77) About Me  (Show Source):
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15*2 =6*x
x = 5. You need 5 men.